Advanced Registration Required. Call 314-727-3150 or email YouthServices@ucitylibrary.org. This camp encourages young people to eat healthier meals and snacks as a result of hands-on cooking experiences. Youth participants learn to prepare simple, healthy foods they can make for themselves and their family members. Each lesson includes kid-friendly handouts such as recipes and tips for how to use kitchen equipment safely.

Join Ms. Nicole and Mr. Dan for a fun filled week of baking delicious desserts and more. Campers will have a great time learning how to make a variety of cookies, cakes, and candies. During the week, campers will create their own cookbook and compete for Top Baker. Come join us for a week of deliciousness!

Kate Wilkerson '02 and our students will be working with campers on recipes and learning to cook in the kitchen. Open to campers entering 5th-8th grade.

Led by De Smet Jesuit coaches, teachers, and students, our camps are all about pushing yourself, making new friends, and having an unforgettable summer. Come see what it means to be a Spartan!

This class will learn to make their own pie/pastry crust, add pie filling and bake. Students will be able to taste their wonderful creations at the end of the class! (Subject to slight changes.) Ages 13-18. Students should bring a can of their favorite pie filling. NO FLIP FLOPS! Students, please wear tennis shoes.

This summer, ignite your passion for cooking in our "Kitchen Confidence" camp! Designed for tweens and teens, this immersive program will equip you with essential culinary skills, inspire your creativity, and build your confidence in the kitchen. The final day of camp will culminate in an exciting team cooking competition where your camper will put their skills to the test and work together to create a delicious and impressive dish.

Celebrate the flavors of each season in this hands-on, No-Bake Baking Camp designed for teens! Each day, we’ll create a delicious, no-bake dessert inspired by spring, summer, fall, and winter, using seasonal ingredients and flavors. Learn to make creative garnishes with chocolate, sugar, fondant, and fruit. Teens will learn essential baking techniques such as layering, decorating, and flavor pairing—all without using an oven! Perfect for aspiring bakers who love to get creative in the kitchen!

Join Ms. Nicole and Mr. Dan for a fun filled week of cooking in the kitchen. During the week, campers will learn to cook simple and delicious meals; play games, compete for Top Chef, and build a cookbook. What a delicious way to spend a week.

Embark on a delicious adventure with "Global Flavors," a cooking camp that takes you on a culinary journey around the world! Explore the vibrant flavors and diverse cooking techniques of different cultures while developing essential culinary skills. Cuisines explored will include: Italian, Mexican, and Asian Fusion. The final day of camp will culminate in an exciting "Cooking Olympics" team competition where your camper will put their skills to the test and work together to create a winning dish representing a chosen country.

Embark on a whirlwind culinary journey in just four days! This exciting summer camp will transport you across continents, exploring the diverse and delicious cuisines of the world. Cuisines explored will include: Mediterranean, Indian, and South American. The final day of camp will culminate in an exciting "Culinary Showdown” team competition where your camper will put their skills to the test and work together to create a winning dish representing a chosen country.

Ready to whip up some delicious treats and level up your baking skills? Join us for a fun-filled, hands-on Baking Camp where you'll master the art of cookies, cupcakes, cheesecake, and more! Mixing and decorating, you'll learn tips and techniques to impress your family and friends. No experience? No problem! Whether you're a beginner or a budding pastry chef, this camp is all about creativity, flavor, and fun. Plus, you’ll get to take home your sweet creations (if you don’t eat them first!).

Discover the vibrant culinary scene of St. Louis in this exciting summer camp! Explore the unique flavors and traditions that make our city's food scene so special.On the final day of camp, Your camper will have the chance to show off their culinary skills in a friendly competition, creating a St. Louis-inspired feast for the judges.

Get ready to bake up a storm in 'Bakeshop Favorites' week!

Experience the flavors of Italy in our 'Taste of Italy' week,

Step into the spotlight in 'Junior Chef' week!